What is the cheapest way to get from Newcastle, County Down to Ballycastle?

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle, County Down to Ballycastle is to bus which costs £12 and takes 5h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Newcastle, County Down to Ballycastle?

The fastest way to get from Newcastle, County Down to Ballycastle is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle, County Down and Ballycastle?

No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle, County Down station to Ballycastle. However, there are services departing from Newcastle Bus Station and arriving at Dalriada Hospital via Bridge Street and Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

How far is it from Newcastle, County Down to Ballycastle?

The distance between Newcastle, County Down and Ballycastle is 93 miles. The road distance is 79.6 miles.

How do I travel from Newcastle, County Down to Ballycastle without a car?

The best way to get from Newcastle, County Down to Ballycastle without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 53m and costs £15 - £20.

How long does it take to get from Newcastle, County Down to Ballycastle?

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Newcastle, County Down to Ballycastle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newcastle, County Down to Ballycastle bus from?

Newcastle, County Down to Ballycastle bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Newcastle Bus Station.

Where does the Newcastle, County Down to Ballycastle bus arrive?

Newcastle, County Down to Ballycastle bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Belfast Bedford Street station.

Can I drive from Newcastle, County Down to Ballycastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle, County Down to Ballycastle is 80 miles. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Newcastle, County Down to Ballycastle.

Where can I stay near Ballycastle?

There are 358+ hotels available in Ballycastle.

Newcastle, County Down to Ballycastle - 3 ways to travel via train, bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Newcastle, County Down to Ballycastle by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Bus Station to Grand Central Station Stand 21bus 520 / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Ballymenatrain
3. Take the bus from Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre to Dalriada Hospitalbus 131 / ...
4h 53m
£15–19
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Bus Station to Belfast Bedford Streetbus 520 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bridge Street to Ballymena Bus & Rail Centrebus 218 / ...
3. Take the bus from Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre to Dalriada Hospitalbus 131 / ...
5h 8m
£11
Drive 79.1 mi
1. Drive from Newcastle, County Down to Ballycastlecar 79.1 mi
1h 40m
£20–29

Newcastle, County Down to Ballycastle by foot, bus, and train

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Distance: 92.9 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

What companies run services between Newcastle, County Down, Northern Ireland and Ballycastle, Northern Ireland?

You can take a vehicle from Newcastle, County Down to Dalriada Hospital via Newcastle Bus Station, Belfast Bedford Street, Bridge Street, and Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre in around 5h 8m.

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